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Camel Riders Showcase Heritage at International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition

The camel rider participated in the exhibition held from October 3 to 12 - SPA
The camel rider participated in the exhibition held from October 3 to 12 - SPA
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Camel Riders Showcase Heritage at International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition

The camel rider participated in the exhibition held from October 3 to 12 - SPA
The camel rider participated in the exhibition held from October 3 to 12 - SPA

The Ministry of Interior's pavilion at the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2024, hosted by the Saudi Falcons Club, featured a captivating camel rider procession as part of the military and security displays.

The camel rider participated in the exhibition, held from October 3 to 12.

According to SPA, the event celebrated the longstanding heritage, both locally and globally, and aimed to revitalize it in conjunction with the Year of the Camel 2024. The tradition dates back over 90 years.
Beyond the camel riders, the Ministry of Interior offered various electronic services to exhibition visitors, including passport issuance and renewal, national ID card services, vehicle plate auctions through the Absher platform, and firearm license and regulation information. Additionally, the ministry showcased its commitment to environmental preservation and quality of life through initiatives such as the unified security operations centers (911), medical services, and historical cavalry and foot patrol demonstrations.

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Jeddah to Host Makkah Int’l Conference on Arabic Language, Literature Next Month

The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
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Jeddah to Host Makkah Int’l Conference on Arabic Language, Literature Next Month

The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat

The sixth annual Makkah International Conference on Arabic Language and Literature, themed "Arabic Language and the Challenges of Digitization," will take place January 3-5, 2025 at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Jeddah Al Salam.
Organized under the umbrella of the Saudi Conventions and Exhibitions General Authority (SCEGA), the event will bring together academics, researchers, and graduate students from 17 countries, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, the UAE, Oman, Jordan, Iraq, Yemen, Egypt, Sudan, Libya, Algeria, Chad, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the UK, and Italy.
The head of the conference organizing committee, Dr. Abdulrahman bin Mohammed Al-Zahrani, highlighted the conference's objectives, including fostering communication among Arabic language specialists, exchanging expertise, and showcasing the latest scientific research in Arabic studies and digital applications. The conference also aims to enhance cultural pride in Arabic, the language of the Holy Quran, while spotlighting efforts by individuals and institutions in advancing Arabic learning both physically and virtually.
The three-day conference will feature 10 scientific sessions with 40 peer-reviewed research papers, exploring various aspects of Arabic language and literature. Additionally, 10 scientific posters will showcase research projects, initiatives, and successful experiences. A special training workshop titled “AI Applications in the Arabic Language” will also be held, focusing on modern technological tools and their role in advancing Arabic education.
The conference serves as a platform to bridge traditional Arabic studies with modern digital innovations, reflecting the evolving landscape of Arabic language teaching and research.